In light Facebook opting to discontinue support of their essential APIs for BlackBerry and WhatsApp announcing they would be ending support for BlackBerry 10 and BlackBerry OS devices at the end of 2016, Lou Gazzola, head of App Ecosystem and the Developer Outreach team at BlackBerry has now taken to the company blog to reiterate BlackBerry's strong commitment to the BlackBerry developer community.

In light Facebook opting to discontinue support of their essential APIs for BlackBerry and WhatsApp announcing they would be ending support for BlackBerry 10 and BlackBerry OS devices at the end of 2016, Lou Gazzola, head of App Ecosystem and the Developer Outreach team at BlackBerry has now taken to the company blog to reiterate BlackBerry's strong commitment to the BlackBerry developer community.

BlackBerry is home to a vast ecosystem of applications through BlackBerry World. Rich, smooth, and fast 3D games are populating the central marketplace, BlackBerry World, every day - even for BlackBerry 7 devices and older. Functional apps are also available in a wide variety of categories, including finance, location, news, photography, health, audio, social, and plenty of others.

BlackBerry 10 apps are developed in a wide range of ways. For one, Android applications can be run on BlackBerry thanks to a dedicated runtime. Tech-savvy end-users can even sideload Android applications onto their BlackBerry 10 device. Popular middleware solutions such as Marmalade enable developers to bring their apps into BlackBerry 10 easily, while partnerships with major 3D engines such as Unity enables game developers to bring their creations to the platform. Those more familiar with CSS, JavaScript, and HTML 5 can produce apps through the BlackBerry WebWorks, plus the Cascades user interface tools can make apps very handsome with minimal effort. Of course, developers willing to go all-in with BlackBerry 10 can write apps in C++ within a familiar framework. The BlackBerry PlayBook has a separate selection in BlackBerry World, though developers can easily enough repackage their PlayBook apps for BB10.

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BlackBerry is home to a vast ecosystem of applications through BlackBerry World. Rich, smooth, and fast 3D games are populating the central marketplace, BlackBerry World, every day - even for BlackBerry 7 devices and older. Functional apps are also available in a wide variety of categories, including finance, location, news, photography, health, audio, social, and plenty of others.

BlackBerry 10 apps are developed in a wide range of ways. For one, Android applications can be run on BlackBerry thanks to a dedicated runtime. Tech-savvy end-users can even sideload Android applications onto their BlackBerry 10 device. Popular middleware solutions such as Marmalade enable developers to bring their apps into BlackBerry 10 easily, while partnerships with major 3D engines such as Unity enables game developers to bring their creations to the platform. Those more familiar with CSS, JavaScript, and HTML 5 can produce apps through the BlackBerry WebWorks, plus the Cascades user interface tools can make apps very handsome with minimal effort. Of course, developers willing to go all-in with BlackBerry 10 can write apps in C++ within a familiar framework. The BlackBerry PlayBook has a separate selection in BlackBerry World, though developers can easily enough repackage their PlayBook apps for BB10.

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In an interview with CNBC, John Chen hinted that BlackBerry may have another strategy up its sleeve when it comes to the future of apps on its platform. During the interview Chen says "I am not at liberty to say what we are doing beyond the Amazon apps, but we are working hard at it." Exactly what the plans could entail, or when we could see any changes come are unknown, but it is good to see that BlackBerry has not just become complacent with their Amazon partnership.

Be sure to watch the full interview, to see all of what Chen had to say to CNBC. What do you think he has in store? Sound off in the comments and let us know your thoughts.

In an interview with CNBC, John Chen hinted that BlackBerry may have another strategy up its sleeve when it comes to the future of apps on its platform. During the interview Chen says "I am not at liberty to say what we are doing beyond the Amazon apps, but we are working hard at it." Exactly what the plans could entail, or when we could see any changes come are unknown, but it is good to see that BlackBerry has not just become complacent with their Amazon partnership.

Be sure to watch the full interview, to see all of what Chen had to say to CNBC. What do you think he has in store? Sound off in the comments and let us know your thoughts.

After hearing the latest earnings call from BlackBerry it's clear that legacy devices are still outselling BlackBerry 10 devices by a good margin. BlackBerry have also confirmed that they will continue to support BlackBerry 7 for the foreseeable future, which isn't a bad thing.

I don't mind admitting that I don't turn on my BlackBerry Bold 9900 as often as I should, but that's because the OS feels dated to me after spending over a year with BlackBerry 10. However, if consumers are still going out and picking up BlackBerry 7 handsets, there are still some awesome apps & games to be had. Here's a selection of what I would consider to be 'must have' apps for legacy device users.

After hearing the latest earnings call from BlackBerry it's clear that legacy devices are still outselling BlackBerry 10 devices by a good margin. BlackBerry have also confirmed that they will continue to support BlackBerry 7 for the foreseeable future, which isn't a bad thing.

I don't mind admitting that I don't turn on my BlackBerry Bold 9900 as often as I should, but that's because the OS feels dated to me after spending over a year with BlackBerry 10. However, if consumers are still going out and picking up BlackBerry 7 handsets, there are still some awesome apps & games to be had. Here's a selection of what I would consider to be 'must have' apps for legacy device users.

BlackBerry World when it was known as BlackBerry App World was launched on April 1st, 2009 and this year marks its 5th birthday. To celebrate, BlackBerry is offering up five free premium apps from developers.

BlackBerry World when it was known as BlackBerry App World was launched on April 1st, 2009 and this year marks its 5th birthday. To celebrate, BlackBerry is offering up five free premium apps from developers.

After an official release of Twitter hit BlackBerry World yesterday, a new version for legacy devices is now available in the Beta Zone. Good to see that things are trucking along as this version has some great new features. There are some new additions as well as the usual fixes so it should be well worth the download.

After an official release of Twitter hit BlackBerry World yesterday, a new version for legacy devices is now available in the Beta Zone. Good to see that things are trucking along as this version has some great new features. There are some new additions as well as the usual fixes so it should be well worth the download.

Good news today as the official Twitter app has received an update for both legacy and BlackBerry 10 devices. This one brings some great new features that users have been seeking for quite a while. It's not often that an update packs in as much as this one, but we'll take it.

The updates are slightly different between the two versions but users should be happy with all of them regardless. Here's the breakdown:

Good news today as the official Twitter app has received an update for both legacy and BlackBerry 10 devices. This one brings some great new features that users have been seeking for quite a while. It's not often that an update packs in as much as this one, but we'll take it.

The updates are slightly different between the two versions but users should be happy with all of them regardless. Here's the breakdown:

BlackBerry 10 users have been getting plenty of Facebook love and now legacy device users can have some fun as well. Facebook has been updated to version 4.2.0.10 and brings along a much needed update with some new features. This one rolled through the Beta Zone with good results and brings along the long-awaited Share feature for posts as well as the ability to update profile and cover photos.

BlackBerry 10 users have been getting plenty of Facebook love and now legacy device users can have some fun as well. Facebook has been updated to version 4.2.0.10 and brings along a much needed update with some new features. This one rolled through the Beta Zone with good results and brings along the long-awaited Share feature for posts as well as the ability to update profile and cover photos.

Starting today, they are rolling out a new version of their free messaging application with several new features and improvements. These include the ability to add user images to conversations, improved privacy settings, and a way to see if a message has been read by a user.

Starting today, they are rolling out a new version of their free messaging application with several new features and improvements. These include the ability to add user images to conversations, improved privacy settings, and a way to see if a message has been read by a user.

Today Facebook for BlackBerry Smartphones has received an update based on plenty of user feedback and usability issues. Version 4.1.0.20 brings along various fixes and enhancements including easier access to the News Feed, a new look and feel for user profiles, as well as fixes for receiving and clearing notifications.

Today Facebook for BlackBerry Smartphones has received an update based on plenty of user feedback and usability issues. Version 4.1.0.20 brings along various fixes and enhancements including easier access to the News Feed, a new look and feel for user profiles, as well as fixes for receiving and clearing notifications.

]]>Tue, 17 Sep 2013 17:20:14 +0000Adam Zeis181516 at http://crackberry.comhttp://crackberry.com/facebook-blackberry-smartphones-updated-version-41020#commentsFacebook for BlackBerry smartphones updated to version 4.2.0.4 in the beta zonehttp://crackberry.com/facebook-blackberry-smartphones-updated-verson-4204-beta-zone

Beta zone users can grab the latest update to Facebook for BlackBerry which now sits at version 4.2.0.4. This one is for legacy devices and includes various bug fixes and enhancements. No huge goodies in this one but it does beef things up a bit from the last version. If you're a beta zone member you can login to grab this update now.

Beta zone users can grab the latest update to Facebook for BlackBerry which now sits at version 4.2.0.4. This one is for legacy devices and includes various bug fixes and enhancements. No huge goodies in this one but it does beef things up a bit from the last version. If you're a beta zone member you can login to grab this update now.

The Facebook app has been trucking right along with update and the latest has just hit the BlackBerry Beta Zone. Version 4.1.0.15 is available now and features various fixes and improvements. The folks at the Beta Zone have been listening to feedback and have made some good changes in this update.

The Facebook app has been trucking right along with update and the latest has just hit the BlackBerry Beta Zone. Version 4.1.0.15 is available now and features various fixes and improvements. The folks at the Beta Zone have been listening to feedback and have made some good changes in this update.

If you're running a BBOS device with OS 5, 6, 7 or 7.1 - a new version of Google Talk is now available in the BlackBerry Beta Zone. This one kind of came out of nowhere but who doesn't love a good update, right?

Notable changes include UI improvements, a newly designed chat screen and Improved notifications when client is logged out by IM service.

If you're running a BBOS device with OS 5, 6, 7 or 7.1 - a new version of Google Talk is now available in the BlackBerry Beta Zone. This one kind of came out of nowhere but who doesn't love a good update, right?

Notable changes include UI improvements, a newly designed chat screen and Improved notifications when client is logged out by IM service.

]]>Fri, 21 Jun 2013 19:45:17 +0000Adam Zeis180248 at http://crackberry.comhttp://crackberry.com/new-version-google-talk-hits-blackberry-beta-zone-legacy-devices#commentsNimbuzz launches all new version for BlackBerry smartphoneshttp://crackberry.com/nimbuzz-launches-all-new-version-blackberry-smartphones

Nimbuzz messenger has been revamped and relaunched - a brand new version is available now for legacy devices. Nimbuzz is a cross-platform messaging service that works on BlackBerry, iOS, Android and other devices. If you've used Nimbuzz before you'll notice that it now features a slew of new enhancements and UI improvements across the board.

Nimbuzz messenger has been revamped and relaunched - a brand new version is available now for legacy devices. Nimbuzz is a cross-platform messaging service that works on BlackBerry, iOS, Android and other devices. If you've used Nimbuzz before you'll notice that it now features a slew of new enhancements and UI improvements across the board.

We've featured Mobile Innovations here on CrackBerry many a time. The company - among other things - are focused on providing software and hardware solutions for law enforcement agencies. Many Police forces now use the BlackBerry PlayBook both in car and hand held but with the PlayBook now being a couple of years old and no new BlackBerry tablet news on the horizon I was interested to speak with Gary Bauer from Mobile Innovations to see how things are going and also what the future holds for them.

We've featured Mobile Innovations here on CrackBerry many a time. The company - among other things - are focused on providing software and hardware solutions for law enforcement agencies. Many Police forces now use the BlackBerry PlayBook both in car and hand held but with the PlayBook now being a couple of years old and no new BlackBerry tablet news on the horizon I was interested to speak with Gary Bauer from Mobile Innovations to see how things are going and also what the future holds for them.

A new app simply called IT Manager has been released for BlackBerry Server administrators. The app allows admins to manage their BES on the go right from their BlackBerry devices. IT Manager can be downloaded now from BlackBerry World and supports the BlackBerry Z10, Q10, Bold, Curve and Torch devices.

This is a very handy app for making changes to your BES without having to go into the office. The app is easy to use and requires no server changes to setup.

Features include:

Creating & Deleting Users

Setting User Activation Passwords

Remove and Wipe Devices

Set Password and Lock Devices

Add and Remove Users from Groups

Set User and Group IT Policies

View IT Policies Rules

View Server and BES Instances Status

Support for managing BES 5.x and BES 10

Manage multiple BES Servers Simultaneously

The app unfortunately doesn't have some features of its iOS counterpart such as SSH, Telnet, VNC, RDP, Windows, BES, AWS and Google Apps, however these features will also be coming soon to BlackBerry 10 devices. The IT Manager app will also be on display at BlackBerry Live next month.

Head over to itmanager.co for more info or hit the link below to download.

A new app simply called IT Manager has been released for BlackBerry Server administrators. The app allows admins to manage their BES on the go right from their BlackBerry devices. IT Manager can be downloaded now from BlackBerry World and supports the BlackBerry Z10, Q10, Bold, Curve and Torch devices.

This is a very handy app for making changes to your BES without having to go into the office. The app is easy to use and requires no server changes to setup.

Features include:

Creating & Deleting Users

Setting User Activation Passwords

Remove and Wipe Devices

Set Password and Lock Devices

Add and Remove Users from Groups

Set User and Group IT Policies

View IT Policies Rules

View Server and BES Instances Status

Support for managing BES 5.x and BES 10

Manage multiple BES Servers Simultaneously

The app unfortunately doesn't have some features of its iOS counterpart such as SSH, Telnet, VNC, RDP, Windows, BES, AWS and Google Apps, however these features will also be coming soon to BlackBerry 10 devices. The IT Manager app will also be on display at BlackBerry Live next month.

Head over to itmanager.co for more info or hit the link below to download.

The popular file and zip utility application is updated for BlackBerry legacy devices

For those who are fans of FileScout by Matthias Marquardt, you will be pleased to hear that it has been updated to version 4.0.0.3. This latest version not only improves functionality, layout, and design but includes bug fixes, visual changes, enhancements, and so much more that it skipped right from v2.9 to this one. Originally released over four years ago, it has gone through quite a few updates. During that time it only improved functionality for users. Be sure to check out the change log below.

The popular file and zip utility application is updated for BlackBerry legacy devices

For those who are fans of FileScout by Matthias Marquardt, you will be pleased to hear that it has been updated to version 4.0.0.3. This latest version not only improves functionality, layout, and design but includes bug fixes, visual changes, enhancements, and so much more that it skipped right from v2.9 to this one. Originally released over four years ago, it has gone through quite a few updates. During that time it only improved functionality for users. Be sure to check out the change log below.

Just a quickie for those of you that like to grab the latest app versions from the BlackBerry Beta Zone. Facebook version 4.0.0.8 is now available and with it brings a fine selection of new improvements:

Photo tags: ability to add tags to photos with existing tags/photos with no tags

Just a quickie for those of you that like to grab the latest app versions from the BlackBerry Beta Zone. Facebook version 4.0.0.8 is now available and with it brings a fine selection of new improvements:

Photo tags: ability to add tags to photos with existing tags/photos with no tags

]]>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:50:40 +0000James Richardson178728 at http://crackberry.comhttp://crackberry.com/facebook-gets-updated-blackberry-beta-zone-legacy-devices#commentsNeed a ride? You can now order a private car with Uber for BlackBerry 7 smartphoneshttp://crackberry.com/need-ride-you-can-now-order-private-car-uber-blackberry-7-smartphones

I hadn't heard of Uber before but it looks to be a pretty cool service if you need to get around town and don't mind spending a few bucks doing so - maybe a service for business men/women? Essentially the Uber app will pinpoint your location and send a private car to pick you up. The app will even let you know how long until the driver will be with you - clever stuff.

The service is restricted to the USA and Canada at the moment but it is also available in good old London Town. Prices are not cheap hence why I think this will be a business service rather than a alternative to public transport. But with so many business folk still rocking BlackBerry 7 devices I'm sure the service does pretty well.

I hadn't heard of Uber before but it looks to be a pretty cool service if you need to get around town and don't mind spending a few bucks doing so - maybe a service for business men/women? Essentially the Uber app will pinpoint your location and send a private car to pick you up. The app will even let you know how long until the driver will be with you - clever stuff.

The service is restricted to the USA and Canada at the moment but it is also available in good old London Town. Prices are not cheap hence why I think this will be a business service rather than a alternative to public transport. But with so many business folk still rocking BlackBerry 7 devices I'm sure the service does pretty well.

Already popular on the BlackBerry platform, the developers at GasBuddy have been hard at work bringing their app to BlackBerry 10, and they are happy to announce that it's now available! GasBuddy has the most complete database of gas prices for the USA and Canada. Open GasBuddy and it will locate gas stations near you and show you all of the information about a station including gas prices, address, directions, features, phone numbers and photos.

Already popular on the BlackBerry platform, the developers at GasBuddy have been hard at work bringing their app to BlackBerry 10, and they are happy to announce that it's now available! GasBuddy has the most complete database of gas prices for the USA and Canada. Open GasBuddy and it will locate gas stations near you and show you all of the information about a station including gas prices, address, directions, features, phone numbers and photos.

Listen up good people of North America - If you like to keep up to date with what's happening in the world of sports then you need to check out CBS Sports for BlackBerry 10. Whether you are a general sports fan or just into one sport in particular, the CBS app will come in pretty handy for you.

Listen up good people of North America - If you like to keep up to date with what's happening in the world of sports then you need to check out CBS Sports for BlackBerry 10. Whether you are a general sports fan or just into one sport in particular, the CBS app will come in pretty handy for you.

]]>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 23:03:21 +0000James Richardson178566 at http://crackberry.comhttp://crackberry.com/cbs-sports-blackberry-10#commentsBlackBerry Navigator rolling out to more countries in the BlackBerry Beta Zonehttp://crackberry.com/blackberry-navigator-rolling-out-more-countries-blackberry-beta-zone

Here in the UK I've had BlackBerry Navigator for what seems like forever, but it would seem that the free voice guided navigation app is headed to more shores including the USA, Canada, Germany and Australia just to name a few.

With BlackBerry 10 rolling out worldwide and users of the new OS having navigation built into 'Maps' it only seems fair that BlackBerry 6&7 customers get the same. If you are a member of the Beta Zone why not see if it is available for you download? And feel free to let us know where in the world you are if you can grab it.

Here in the UK I've had BlackBerry Navigator for what seems like forever, but it would seem that the free voice guided navigation app is headed to more shores including the USA, Canada, Germany and Australia just to name a few.

With BlackBerry 10 rolling out worldwide and users of the new OS having navigation built into 'Maps' it only seems fair that BlackBerry 6&7 customers get the same. If you are a member of the Beta Zone why not see if it is available for you download? And feel free to let us know where in the world you are if you can grab it.

With opening day just a few weeks away, theScore has added full MLB coverage to their popular BlackBerry 10 app. If you're a sports fan, theScore is the go-to app for BlackBerry 10 devices giving you up to the minute news and scores for all of your favorite teams. From NFL to UEFA - theScore has it all. March Madness? You're covered there as well with everything you need to follow the men's tournament all month long.

With opening day just a few weeks away, theScore has added full MLB coverage to their popular BlackBerry 10 app. If you're a sports fan, theScore is the go-to app for BlackBerry 10 devices giving you up to the minute news and scores for all of your favorite teams. From NFL to UEFA - theScore has it all. March Madness? You're covered there as well with everything you need to follow the men's tournament all month long.

Tweet, ping, share, and network with these awesome social apps for BlackBerry 10.

BlackBerry 10 comes loaded with a ton of social tools out of the box, including Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare, LinkedIn, and BBM apps, but for those particularly active social butterflies, there are a whole bunch of apps in BlackBerry World just for you. From blogging to instant messaging to simply seeing what folks are up to, there's an app available on BlackBerry 10. We've picked out the best ways to stay connected with everyone you need to on BlackBerry 10.

Tweet, ping, share, and network with these awesome social apps for BlackBerry 10.

BlackBerry 10 comes loaded with a ton of social tools out of the box, including Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare, LinkedIn, and BBM apps, but for those particularly active social butterflies, there are a whole bunch of apps in BlackBerry World just for you. From blogging to instant messaging to simply seeing what folks are up to, there's an app available on BlackBerry 10. We've picked out the best ways to stay connected with everyone you need to on BlackBerry 10.

Social GPS mapping and traffic app Waze is now available for BlackBerry 10 devices. It's an Android port, but it's working like a champ thus far. If you've never heard of Waze before, it's a social app of sorts that uses community-based mapping so you'll always get the best route to wherever you're going.

Users add in data simply by using Waze as it collects time and traffic info and passes it along to other users. You can connect with friends while you keep track of accidents, traffic delays, construction and other road warrior events. It's totally free to use and if you drive often - totally awesome. Check it out in BlackBerry World today.

Social GPS mapping and traffic app Waze is now available for BlackBerry 10 devices. It's an Android port, but it's working like a champ thus far. If you've never heard of Waze before, it's a social app of sorts that uses community-based mapping so you'll always get the best route to wherever you're going.

Users add in data simply by using Waze as it collects time and traffic info and passes it along to other users. You can connect with friends while you keep track of accidents, traffic delays, construction and other road warrior events. It's totally free to use and if you drive often - totally awesome. Check it out in BlackBerry World today.

Here's one for all our friends over in Spain, as 2 pretty nice BlackBerry 10 apps have been launched to keep you up to date with your sports news needs. Best of all, these are full blooded, native BlackBerry 10 apps.

First up is the offering from Marca.com. It looks fantastic, and performs very well, and is very smooth. I'd love to be able to tell you all about every little thing it covers, but this is a Spanish language app. Short of ordering a beer my Spanish isn't that hot, but I can tell you it seems to cover sports such as Football, Motorsports, NBA, Tennis, Cycling, Golf among others. A good selection to choose from, and has a great Active Frame that will cycle through recent headlines.

Here's one for all our friends over in Spain, as 2 pretty nice BlackBerry 10 apps have been launched to keep you up to date with your sports news needs. Best of all, these are full blooded, native BlackBerry 10 apps.

First up is the offering from Marca.com. It looks fantastic, and performs very well, and is very smooth. I'd love to be able to tell you all about every little thing it covers, but this is a Spanish language app. Short of ordering a beer my Spanish isn't that hot, but I can tell you it seems to cover sports such as Football, Motorsports, NBA, Tennis, Cycling, Golf among others. A good selection to choose from, and has a great Active Frame that will cycle through recent headlines.

Listen up Formula 1 fans - with the 2013 season kicking off you will be able to keep up to date with all the latest news and results thanks to the F1 Live24 application for BlackBerry 10. When you open the app you are presented with a countdown timer at the top of the display which shows you how long until the next session starts - this will be perfect for you F1 addicts.

Listen up Formula 1 fans - with the 2013 season kicking off you will be able to keep up to date with all the latest news and results thanks to the F1 Live24 application for BlackBerry 10. When you open the app you are presented with a countdown timer at the top of the display which shows you how long until the next session starts - this will be perfect for you F1 addicts.

We are not short of camera filter style apps on BlackBerry 10, even though the OS is still so young - and in fact with the native photo editing that is present many folk won't bother with third party apps at all. However, I found a right beauty the other day - Photo Space Effects. It's an Android port but seems to work wonderfully well on the BlackBerry Z10. In fact, the app has had over 400,000 downloads on Android so the developers must be doing something right.

We are not short of camera filter style apps on BlackBerry 10, even though the OS is still so young - and in fact with the native photo editing that is present many folk won't bother with third party apps at all. However, I found a right beauty the other day - Photo Space Effects. It's an Android port but seems to work wonderfully well on the BlackBerry Z10. In fact, the app has had over 400,000 downloads on Android so the developers must be doing something right.